Murder by Death, Mutts
High Noon Saloon 701A E. Washington Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Tall James Photography
Murder by Death
If you've ever wondered what Nick Cave would sound like if he came from America's heartland, look no further than Murder by Death. Anchored by Adam Turla's haunting baritone, the Bloomington, Indiana-based quintet exists at the crossroads of Americana and post-punk. Their songs are like campfire stories, otherworldly and evocative, with Turla serving as something of a spirit guide for listeners, grabbing hold of them vocally and not letting go until the last yarn has been spun. Their latest, The Other Shore, was released Aug. 24 on Bloodshot Records. With Mutts.
$25 ($20 adv.; ages 18+).